Tim Young's Dad

I've just been chatting with Tim Young, AKA the Torchbearer, and have learned that his dad has been diagnosed with pancreatic cancer. Tim is flying back to Annapolis to be with his dad. Please keep Kenneth Young, Tim's dad, in your prayers. Wouldn't hurt to keep Tim and Jackie (who has the flu) in those prayers as well.

Hang in there Tim. We'll all be thinking of you. Keep us posted on developments.

Rich

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Our prayer's are with you, Tim..

Paul & Sue

Tim and Jackie, you`re in our prayers.


Your friend from down the road,
terry

Tim,

You and your Dad are in our prayers. You have a safe trip. Also hoping Jackie gets over the flu real soon!

Dave

Our prayers are with the Young family. God bless. Safe journey.

John

Tim,

Our prayers will continue for your father and the rest of your family. I lost my dad to cancer a few years ago. Hang on to your best memories, they will help you get through this tough time.

God Bless.

Dale and Diana

We will be thinking of you guys. Keep us posted.

Our prayers are with you Tim and with your Dad.

Bert & Sharon

Tim,

Our thoughts and prayers are with you, your dad and your family.

-Todd & Marla

Tim, you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. Please keep us posted. We all hope everything works out for the best.

Tim & Jackie, No words can express the true concerns for friends during difficult times. Cancer is a dreaded disease that can strike anyone at anytime without them knowing it. It not only effects the victim but also all those who love him or her. Keep a positive attitude and try to do whatever you can to get your Dad through this. Where there is life there is hope.

Bob M.

Tim we're all hoping for the best for your dad. Also know you have lots of forum friends that are thinking of you and the rest of your family. I know it is a very stressful time after having gone through the cancer scare with my mom. Thankfully she has been in remission for 9 years.

Tim - We'll keep your family in our prayers.

Cheryl, Paul & Stephen

Our thoughts and prayers are with you, Tim, and your Dad, and your family.
JoanieO

Thank you for your kind words, prayers and well wishes. This is, to say the least, the most traumatic experience our family has ever experienced. My dad is resting comfortably here at home in Annapolis, MD after two days of exhausting tests at John Hopkins in Baltimore. It has been confirmed that my dad does have pancreatic cancer. However, a glimmer of hope has shown itself in that, it has been caught at an early stage which is very rare for this form of cancer. The tumor has not metastasized to any other organ in his body. None-the-less, I was told today that only 18% of those diagnosed with pancreatic cancer survive approximately 1 year. Another 3 - 4% survive for 5 years. The doctors will not speculate on the time my dad has left, but feel his survival rate is dependent upon how successful the removal of the tumor is. At this point in time, I'm planning on sending my dad to the Mayo Clinic for this procedure.
I spoke with the doctors regarding his condition and discovered that cigarette smoking, excessive alcohol consumption and a diet high in animal fat increase the risk of pancreatic cancer. Of these, my dad has been a heavy smoker for years.

Please keep my family in your prayers. Jackie is flying up tomorrow to be with us while I make plans for our trip to the Mayo Clinic. Thanks again for being there.

Tim

I wanted to give an update regarding my dad's condition.

He is having surgery at Mayo Clinic in Rochester on Tuesday, March 26th. They want to remove the tumor in his pancreas before it has a chance to metastasize to another region of his body. Please keep him in your thoughts and prayers. We will be there Monday for pre-op testing.

Tim - Keeping the flame lit...

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The Youngs will continue to be in our thoughts and prayers.

My prayers are with your family, Tim
Derith

We will keep your father in our prayers along with the rest of your family.

2beacons

Tim,

The Young family remains in our prayers. Godspeed in your travels.

Dave

Tim,

I will be praying for your family as well. I certainly hope you hear some reassuring news following the surgery.

Becki

I too will remember to say a prayer for your father. Keep us all posted.

Stephanie

Your family will be in my prayers. Hang tough Tim...
Ruthie

Tim,

We here are wishing the best for your Father.

Hang in there.

Dennis

We will also be praying for your Dad and your family - God be with you.

Barb

Tim

We will hold your family in our thoughts and prayers.

Patty & Mike

Tim, you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers at this challenging time.

Ron & MJ
(CT Keepers)

Hang in there Tim. Cam and I'll be thinking of you and your dad.

Rich

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I wanted to catch everyone up on the latest. My dad was supposed to go to Mayo for surgery on Tuesday, March 26th. However, he became very ill because of a gull stone blocking the bile duct. That was removed (the stone and gull bladder) on Monday at John Hopkins in Baltimore. His pancreas surgery has now been rescheduled for this Monday and will be performed at Hopkins. Thank you once again for your thoughts and prayers.

Tim - Keeping the flame lit...

Thanks for the update Tim. Our prayers are still with the Young Family.


terry

Ditto Tim!

Rich

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Never rains but it pours Tim. Sorry to hear of your Dad's further troubles and hope things go well on Monday, for all of your sakes!

Thanks for the update Tim, I had been wondering how his surgery went - now prayers will continue for this new surgery date. Two surgeries in a week is a lot to go through...


Barb

Tim,
Please accept my prayers of strength for your family. These are trying times for all of you, but I'm sure you'll get through them with a faith that all will happen according to His plan, not ours.
Peace be with you,
Pam

Tim,

Our best wishes continue for you and your Dad.

Dennis

Tim,

Prayers and good wishes for a successful outcome to Monday's surgery.

Donna

Thanks again to everyone for your thoughts and prayers. My dad had his surgery on Monday at John Hopkins in Baltimore, MD. They were able to remove the tumor, however, he will need to go through chemotherapy. Also, this surgery can bring on diabetes, plus, it's very common to have a reacurrence. He is resting well and we are hoping and praying for the best. We have left my dad's condition in His hands.

Tim - Keeping the flame lit...

Tim,
Larry and I will keep your dad in our prayers for a complete recovery. Tell your dad you have many beautiful people prayer and pulling for him. God Bless You and Yours!
Always,
Kat

Tim, Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.


KYKEEPER - Pat

Tim, Let's pray for a speedy & complete recovery. Hang in there and hope to see you soon.
Ken

Add my prayers to the long list, Torchie.

My Dad underwent a similar ordeal with a very aggressive form of bladder cancer and lung cancer. He is now a 4-1/2 year survivor. Keep on praying and hoping. I'll do my part on your behalf.

-Art